Mainstreet’s foreign currency services gives you the flexibility to have the funds you need whenever for wherever life takes you.
Mainstreet members, you can order foreign cash and foreign drafts through your branch, either in-person or by telephone, and you will have the option to pick it up at a branch, or have it delivered.
You can order from a selection of over 70 currencies at competitive exchange rates, and your order will be ready within 3 business days.
Ordering Foreign Currency
- Foreign currency can be ordered by calling a branch number, or visiting a branch in-person
- When you order the currency, we’ll make it as easy as possible for you to pick it up at the branch of your choice or you can have it delivered directly to the address recorded on your account. You can pay for the foreign funds directly from any of your Mainstreet Canadian dollar accounts.
Didn’t spend all your money while you were away? If you wish you can bring back any unspent foreign currency when you return from your trip and we will refund your account at the daily current exchange rate for that currency.
Please note that foreign exchange rates vary throughout the day, depending on market conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
- $20 fee for orders under $250 CDN
International Transfers
Are you needing to pay bills overseas for a holiday home or wedding or maybe sending money to friends or family who are overseas? Mainstreet offers International Transfers service as a low-cost foreign exchange solution for members to transfer money internationally any time through our online banking system. With our International Transfers service you get access to live rates and quick delivery (typically within 2 business days for international transfers, next day in North America).